New hope for amputees: study tests two ways to zap stump pain
NCT ID NCT07431424
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study tested two treatments for painful nerve endings (neuromas) that can form after a leg amputation. 26 adults received either a steroid injection or a radiofrequency ablation (using heat) guided by ultrasound. The goal was to see which method better reduces pain and improves daily life.
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Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
Ankara, Ankara, 06800, Turkey (Türkiye)
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